NHTSA : 24V271000

Campaign Details

Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Defect Description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Niro EV and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.

Consequence / Hazard

A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC308.

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.